Job Posting Submission
Rachel Huggins
rachel@asadurango.com
9703359572
Position: Program Director
Salary: Paid Internship
Duties: The mission of the Adaptive Sports Association (ASA) is to provide
outdoor sport and recreational experiences for people with disabilities.
These activities are provided regardless of individual financial limitations and create a fun atmosphere for learning and enhanced self-esteem.
The Adaptive Sports Association (ASA) offers seasonal
internship opportunities. If interested in therapeutic recreation, group and
individual outdoor adventure education, or working with individuals with
disabilities, this organization will provide a unique environment to develop your
skills. An ideal candidate will have experience in outdoor recreation
(skiing/snowboarding, cycling, rafting, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding).
Interns will assist in providing recreation experiences in conjunction with full
time/seasonal staff and volunteers while supporting the Adaptive Sports
Association’s mission and organizational goals. This position is offered in the
summer and winter in accordance to hours needed by the student. ASA offers
both paid and unpaid internships.
Interns will be involved with all aspects of the winter and/or summer programs
including program planning, implementation, evaluations, leading clinics,
equipment maintenance, and other miscellaneous office duties and projects.
Time will be spent both indoors and outdoors. Percentage of time in and out will
depend on individual intern requirements. Must be able to work in extreme
weather conditions.
Each intern will work directly with the program director to design an internship
agreement that outlines specific responsibilities and expectations of both the
intern and the program staff at ASA. This will be completed and mutually agreed
upon before the start of the internship. ASA meets the requirement to host a
CTRS student. Paid internships require a minimum of 32 hrs/week.
Requirements: ●High School Graduate or equivalent, college degree or in process of
degree
● Ability to communicate effectively with staff, participants, and volunteers
● Capable of working independently and thinking creatively
● Ability/willingness to lead adaptive lessons/trips
● Able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs
●Current First Aid/CPR and/or Wilderness First Responder preferred
● Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) Adaptive certification
preferred (winter), but not required
● CO or Utah Commercial Raft Guide Certification preferred (summer), but not
required
Additional info: Benefits:
Paid Interns
● $500/month stipend
● Housing assistance
● PSIA/AASI exam fee compensation (winter)
● Purgatory Resort season pass discount (winter)
● Pro deal access
● Local business discounts
● Access to ASA equipment
Resumes are accepted on an ongoing basis. Please send a resume with a cover
letter to rachel@asadurango.com. Please include detailed requirements of the
specific program/department that you are involved in.